Interim Head of Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Watford is looking for an Interim Head of Facilities Management for a 6-month contract. This critical leadership role involves overseeing facilities services to ensure safety, compliance, and sustainability within a local government environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, relevant professional qualifications, and proven experience in facilities management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior facilities management role.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Facilities Management team and oversee building maintenance.
• Develop strategic plans for asset management and sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and council policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Health & Safety Knowledge

Contract Management

Education

IWFM

NEBOSH

IOSH

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watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Head of Facilities Management to work for a London Borough for up to 6 months.

The role will be hybrid working and inside IR35.

The role will be to lead and oversee the strategic and operational delivery of the facilities services. This is a critical leadership role, ensuring buildings and estates are safe, compliant, efficient, and aligned with sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Facilities Management team, overseeing building maintenance, cleaning, security, and health & safety compliance across the council’s estate.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for asset management, sustainability, and service improvement.
• Manage contracts and relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and council policies.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in facilities operations, including energy management and digital transformation.
• Act as the senior point of contact for all facilities-related matters, reporting to the Director of Corporate Services.

About you

• Proven experience in a senior facilities management role, within local government environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation, building compliance, and contract management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., IWFM, NEBOSH, IOSH) are highly desirable.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch to learn more

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates whose qualifications closely match all of the listed requirements.